Sam Murphy
About Sam Murphy
Sam Murphy is a Trainee Underwriter at Convex Insurance in London, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in Credit Control and holds a BA Hons in History from the University of Leeds.
Work at Convex Insurance
Sam Murphy has been employed at Convex Insurance as a Trainee Underwriter since 2020. In this role, he assists with managing the workflow of risks from submission to signed and bound status. His responsibilities include participating in broker meetings to build relationships and enhance collaboration within the industry. Prior to his current position, he worked as an Underwriter Support Assistant for six months in 2020, where he supported the Underwriting Support Assistant team in various administrative functions.
Education and Expertise
Sam Murphy studied at the University of Leeds from 2016 to 2019, where he earned a BA Hons in History with a 2:1 classification. His academic background also includes A Levels from St Columba's College, St Albans, where he achieved A grades in History, Economics, and Philosophy/Ethics. This educational foundation has contributed to his expertise in the underwriting process, particularly in credit control.
Background
Sam Murphy's educational journey began at St Columba's College, St Albans, where he completed 13 years of schooling from 2003 to 2016. Afterward, he attended the University of Leeds, furthering his studies in History. His career in the insurance sector began with a brief role as a Young Investor at Cazenove Capital in 2018, which provided him with initial exposure to the financial services industry.
Professional Experience
Before joining Convex Insurance, Sam Murphy gained valuable experience as a Young Investor at Cazenove Capital for one month in 2018. This role allowed him to explore investment strategies and financial analysis. His subsequent position as an Underwriter Support Assistant at Convex Insurance for six months in 2020 laid the groundwork for his current role as a Trainee Underwriter, where he continues to develop his skills in underwriting and risk management.